Electronic apparatus and control method thereof
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electronic apparatuses traveling in space are unable to effectively address unexpected obstacles, leading to a higher probability of collisions due to their inability to adjust travel velocity in real-time based on changing environmental conditions.
Innovation Solution
An electronic apparatus equipped with sensors and a processor that acquires distance information, identifies viewing angles, and adjusts travel velocity based on threshold values to prevent collisions by reducing speed when obstacles are detected within a limited viewing angle.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the robot device travels at a predetermined velocity without real-time adjustment, then the device can maintain stable movement, but it cannot respond to unexpected obstacles in time, increasing collision probability
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic velocity adjustment by continuously monitoring obstacle distance and viewing angle, then real-time modifying travel velocity based on these parameters. The processor adjusts velocity dynamically rather than maintaining a fixed predetermined velocity, allowing the robot to adapt its speed to changing environmental conditions and obstacle positions.
Solution Approach 2:
The system employs feedback mechanisms where the sensor continuously provides distance information about obstacles, the processor analyzes this data along with viewing angle information, and then adjusts velocity accordingly. This closed-loop feedback system enables the robot to respond to obstacle detection and modify its travel velocity in real-time to prevent collisions.
2Reliability
If the robot device stops or reduces velocity only after recognizing an obstacle, then the control logic is simple, but the response time is delayed, increasing collision risk
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements preliminary action by proactively adjusting velocity based on predicted obstacle trajectories and current viewing angles, rather than waiting for direct obstacle detection. The system calculates potential collision risks in advance and modifies velocity before a collision would occur, reducing response time and improving safety.
Solution Approach 2:
The velocity adjustment is made dynamic and continuous based on real-time sensor data and calculated viewing angles, allowing the robot to respond to obstacles as they enter the sensing range rather than waiting for direct contact or close proximity detection.
3Productivity
If the robot device uses a fixed travel velocity, then the control system is simple, but it cannot adapt to changing environmental conditions, reducing travel efficiency
Solution Approach 1:
The patent changes the velocity parameter dynamically based on environmental conditions, specifically adjusting travel velocity according to obstacle distance and viewing angle. This parameter adaptation allows the robot to optimize its travel efficiency by moving faster when safe and slower when obstacles are present, without requiring a completely complex control system.
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AI summary
An electronic apparatus includes a sensor and a processor configured to acquire distance information about a distance of the electronic apparatus to a sensed obstacle in a different direction based on a travel direction of the electronic apparatus and sensing data received from the sensor during a travel of the electronic apparatus, identify a viewing angle of the electronic apparatus based on the acquired distance information, and adjust a travel velocity of the electronic apparatus based on the identified viewing angle being less than a threshold value.